as long as you are fishing from your privet property then you do not in most states. However the laws may very per state. I would go to google and look up your states “department of conservation” you can then either call them or look on their website to get the correct answer. This way there is no doubt, and you will be 100% sure.
Joseph
5 Responses to “If You Have A River That Runs Through Your Property Do You Have To Buy A Fishing License To Fish In It?”
Yes in some states no in others. In Wisconsin for instance you actually don’t own any of the river itself that is public domain. For instance a person can float down the river for whatever reason or wade through it without trespassing as long as they don’t touch the bank. That is why fishing even on private property requires a license in some states the water isn’t considered private. I would contact your state department of natural resources or similar organization to find out for certain.
Yes you will . You may own the land on both sides of the river, but the state has control of the fish and game on your property- Think of it this way- You can’t kill deer on your property out of season and with out a license, so why should they let you fish without a license?
You may own the river,but in most of the western states, the fish and game belong to the State. The State regulates the fish and game laws. The exception is tribal lands and their rights.
If you enjoy fishing why wouldn’t you by a license? The fees collected help the state maintain the enviroment and you as a fisherman benefit from it.
laws and regulations will vary by state, but if you are on your property you would probably be OK. try the fish and game department in your state.